Key words
Genetic identification technniques
Objectives
The aim of the course is to give an overview of the different available genetic identification techniques. Emphasis will be given not only to the theoretical background but also several practical applications will be discussed.
Competences:
The course enables the student to understand and implement the different available genetic identification techniques within the agro sector
Topics
Theoretical:
The course gives an overview of the different available genetic identification techniques. Special attention will be given to the basic principles for the amplification and detection of DNA and RNA. Some of the techniques will be covered more in detail (e.g. PCR, RFLP, VNTR, RAPD, AFLP, …). An overview of some practical applications will be given, e.g. detection and identification of GMOs, detection of micro organisms in foodstuffs, identification of plant cultivars.
Practicals:
During the practical excercises different procedures will be covered for obtaining an genetic fingerprint, based on either proteins or DNA, followed by an interpretation of the obtained signals. A number of theoretical excercises will also be included in the excercises. The students will also pay a visit to a biotechnological firm and/or research institution.
Prerequisites
A basic knowledge of biotechnology
Final Objectives
Materials used
Syllabus
textbooks and scientific papers; websites
Study costs
± 15 Euro
Study guidance
Additional information can always be asked
Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises
Assessment
Written and oral examination
Lecturer(s)
T.: K. Messens – O.: E. Palmans
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